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Sixth Sunday After Pentecost New Member Sunday
July 12, 202011:00 a.m.
Welcome to Rock Spring Congregational
United Church of ChristNo matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey,
you are welcome here!
Rock Spring is a progressive Christian community – welcoming, compassionate, and joyful. We love and care for one another. We strive to discern God’s still-speaking voice through worship, study, fellowship, and service. We work for peace and social, economic, and ecological justice. We seek a greater understanding of others, and thus ourselves, recognizing that all persons are members of our one human family. Our community prepares and sustains us as we work together to bring about the world that we believe God intends.
Join Us In Virtual Worship On:• Our website: https://www.rockspringucc.org/worship-music/worship-services-0• Streamspot: https://bit.ly/RSlivestream • Facebook: www.facebook.com/rockspringucc• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN8PhnLOtyy5NQWX9MdudfA• Amazon Fire TV (search for “Rock Spring UCC” on the Apps menu)• Roku (search for “Rock Spring UCC” on the Apps menu)Our services are livestreamed and archived on our website for future viewing. All copyrighted material is licensed through onelicense.net (A-709021: Annual License w/Podcasting Renewal, Category D) and may not be reproduced without permission.
Have a prayer request during the service? Text Laura (202-262-2320) or Elizabeth (703-623-5822). Online Giving – Your continued generosity is greatly appreciated. • To give online, please go to www.rockspringucc.org/giving and click on Give Today. • To give via text, text the word “Give” and the amount you wish to donate
to 1-703-783-2642.
“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be satisfied.”
~Matthew 5:6
PRELUDE
WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
LIGHTING OF THE CANDLE
CALL TO WORSHIP One: Only the hungry search for bread. Only the thirsty look for water. All: This is a place for those who are hungry and thirsty in spirit.
Only those who ache for meaning will pursue it. Only those who yearn for a deeper life will seek it. This is a place for those who ache and yearn for something more.
So let us come here today with our hunger and thirst, ourunsatisfiedlongings,ourheart-feltyearnings, and let the God of life satisfy our souls.
HYMN MORE MUSIC #19 (next page) ----------------------------------------AS THE DEER As the Deer (sing through twice)
Order of Worship
PRAYER OF CONFESSION (UNISON) Holy God, we open our hearts to you this day, andofferthetruthofourlives: Thefearthatstiflesus, The prejudice that blinds us, The ignorance that hobbles us, The doubt that plagues us. Help us, we pray, that we will Find courage in unlikely place, See the world with new and gracious eyes, Move to those places where love is needed, and Have faith that you are with us. Amen.
WORDS OF ASSURANCE
PASSING OF THE PEACE The Peace of Christ be with you all. And also with you.
A TIME FOR CHILDREN
WITNESS OF SCRIPTURE --------------------------------------------------------------Isaiah 55:1-11
SERMON ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Kathy Dwyer
WORSHIP THROUGH MUSIC ----------------------------------------------------------------G.F. Handel How Beautiful Are the Feet from Messiah Elizabeth Kluegel Niblock, soprano
RECEPTION OF NEW MEMBERS
Shirley and Denny Bloomquist ChrisandCliffHood
Sara Dougherty-Jones and Steve Jones Ashley MacDonald
Barbara McClure Amber Taylor Lisa Wysocki
PRAYERS OF THE CONGREGATION (UNISON) We give thanks for the faith God has worked within you. We welcome you wherever you are on your faith journey with our love, acceptance, and respect. We pledge to work together as a community of faith to provide opportunities for worship, study, fellowship, celebration, and service. We promise to give spiritual and emotional care and support in times of need; and to be faithful as fellow stewards of God’s grace. Together we will work for peace and social, economic and ecological justice and strive to bring about the world that we believe God intends.
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE Have a prayer request during the service? Text Laura (202-262-2320) or Elizabeth (703-623-5822).
THE LORD’S PRAYER (UNISON) Holy One*, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory for ever. Amen. *May use Creator, Father, Parent, Abba
HYMN #715 (next page) ------------------------------------------------------------ NUN DANKET Now Thank We All Our God
BENEDICTION
POSTLUDE
SERVICE CREDITS: The Call to Worship written by Ann Siddall, in Lent to Easter liturgies: Year C and posted on the website of the Stillpoint Spirituality Centre: http://stillpoint.unitingchurchsa.org.au/. The Prayer of Confession was written by Beth Merrill Neel.
ALTAR FLOWERSThealtarflowersareofferedbySusanandWayneLimbergtowelcomeournew
members into the Rock Spring Community.
NEXT WEEK’S SCRIPTUREGenesis 28:10-19
ANNOUNCEMENTSCompassion Camp: Be Loved. Be Kind. Be You. DuringthemonthofAugust,RockSpringwillofferanintergenerationalworshipand“vacationBible experience” series called Compassion Camp: Be Loved. Be Kind. Be You. On Sundays August2,9,16,and23,wewillexploreadifferentthemeofCompassionduringworship.OnMondays, the Congregation will receive a packet via email with opportunities for people of all agestorespondtothethemeinavarietyofways.OnTuesdaymornings,AshleywillofferaZoom gathering designed for preschool and elementary-school aged children to engage with thethemethroughstory,song,andgames.OnFridaymornings,wewillofferaZoomgatheringfor people of all ages to share their actions and experiences from the week, and to wonder and pray together. On Sunday, August 30 we will culminate the experience with intergenerational worshipfollowedbyaZoomcoffeehour.Therewillalsobeacongregation-wideart(coloring)project,andavarietyofother“CompassionCamp”opportunitiesofferedduringthemonth.Stay tuned for more details!
Help us Pass the Peace! Passing the Peace is one of the beloved traditions of Rock Spring. We would love to include you on video in one of our upcoming services passing the peace to others. The process is very simple and the recording can be done on your iPhone. If you are interested in participating, please email [email protected] to receive instructions.
New Zoom Procedures Starting July 19, Zoom is changing its meeting settings to ensure a higher level of security. As a result, all Zoom calls will require either a passcode or a waiting room to join a call. Please double check the details for summer Zoom events as the recurring links may get updated. Althoughthissoundsalittlecomplicated,restassuredthatmostwillnotnoticeadifferenceinhow Zoom gatherings work — you’ll still be able to click the link provided and get connected.
Boardmeetings,sacredcircles,lectionary,andotherdefined-groupeventswillhavepasscodesso that participants can join the meeting without a Rock Spring host in attendance. Large Zoomeventsthatareopentoawideraudience,suchascoffeehours,classes,andGettingtoKnow You gatherings will have waiting rooms so that the Rock Spring host can let participants on to the main call when the host is ready to begin. If you have questions about whether or notyouneedapasscodeforameetingyouareattending,pleasefeelfreetocontactOfficeAdministrator Kathryn Grams at [email protected].
Backpacks for Refugee Students Welcoming the Stranger is collecting 75 backpacks for refugee children served by the Virginia Refugee Student Achievement Project. Whether schools open online or in person, these kids all live in very small apartments and need their own place to organize school supplies. A new backpack can both bring joy and help kids stay focused on learning. Between now and July 31st, please order a backpack here: Backpacks! for delivery to Wayne Limberg at 2604 North Roosevelt Street, Arlington, VA 22207. Questions? Email Wayne ([email protected]) or Kathy ([email protected]). A thousand thanks!
Go Solar at Home... In Good Company! At 12:00 p.m. on July 21, Rock Spring will join Solar United Neighbors, Interfaith Power & Light (MD.DC.NoVA), the Faith Alliance for Climate Solutions, Green Muslims, and Temple Rodef Shalom inhostingthismulti-faithworkshopaboutsolarenergyanditsbenefitsforyourhomeorsmallbusiness.Wewilllearnaboutsolartechnology,financing,andwhyitmatterstopeopleoffaith.This is supported by the GAP mission project group at Rock Spring.
This will be a live, interactive presentation, so bring your questions! Consider joining over 80 Northern Virginia neighbors in a solar panel and electric vehicle charger purchasing group: bit.ly/solarnova
RSVP here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3TX47ZUVTMGMKjyF0ciOZg
Join us for Lectionary/Adult Bible Study (via Zoom) Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. This weekly conversation is facilitated by the pastor for the coming Sunday. Explore texts and themes that will be used in worship, learn more about the context or author of the passages, andperhapsinfluencethesermonthroughyourquestionsorinsights.Allarewelcome! Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81687251753 Or dial by your location: +1 646-876-9923 US (New York)
Reading The Bible in a Pandemic - will NOT meet Thursday, July 16 Thursday, July 26 at 2:00 p.m. via Zoom AreyouinterestedinreadingtheBibleforthefirsttime,oraskingnewquestionsofthetext? Do you want some “starting places” and background? Join Laura for an interactive discussion of understanding Scripture in context. Our next meeting will be on Thursday, July 26.
SAM Grants 2020 Did you know that Rock Spring gives away grants every year? Rock Spring’s annual grant programprovidesnon-profitorganizationswithsmallgrantsforoperatingcostsorspecialprojects, and we’re looking for help to choose this year’s grantees this summer. Email Diana Maxwell ([email protected]) for more information, or if you’re interested in helping. No experience necessary! If you know of an organization that could use a small grant (up to $3,000) send a contact name and email to Diana and we’ll send a grant application their way. The grant application isn’t quite ready yet, but will be soon! This year we’re particularly interested in organizations that are working on social justice issues.
Weekly Zoom Events for Children & Youth
Story & Stretch Tuesday, July 28 at 9:30 a.m. “Story & Stretch” combines Gospel stories with mindfulness and yoga. Aimed primarily at children preschool-5th grade, this engaging experience will allow us to experience our bodies as sacred places to listen for God.
Middler YoRS Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m. During the summer, we will meet on: July 14 & 28, August 11 & 25. Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/374365301
High School YoRS Sundays at 7:00 p.m. During the summer, we will meet on: July 19 & 26, August 9 & 16. Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/453957510
To Donate By Text:
• Text the word “Give” and the amount you would like to donate to 1-703-783-2642.
• Ifyouhavedonatedbytextbefore,youwillreceiveatextinresponseconfirmingthatyourgift has been received successfully.
• Ifthisisthefirsttimeyouaredonatingbytext,youwillbesentamessagethatsays,“Itlookslike you are a new giver,” and it will provide a link to the church’s online giving page.
• After clicking the link, you will be asked to supply a payment method (credit card, debit card, or bank account). This payment source will then be linked with your phone number so that, in the future, all you will need to do is text the amount (you will not need to re-enter your payment information each time).
Rock Spring Congregational United Church of ChristThe Congregation, The Ministers
Kathryn N. Dwyer, Senior Pastor [email protected]
Laura Martin, Associate Pastor [email protected]
Ashley Martinage, Director of Faith [email protected]
Elizabeth Kluegel Niblock, Director of [email protected]
Edward Roberts, Assistant Director of Music, [email protected]
AdministrativeStaff:
Kathryn Grams, Office Administrator [email protected]
Sarah Lengyel Steel, Operations [email protected]
Leigh Ann Gaskins, [email protected]
CustodialStaff:Brian Davis
ChildcareStaff:Fern Lawrence & Blanca Cespedes
5010 Little Falls Road, Arlington, Virginia 22207tel: 703-538-4886 • fax: 703-538-6891
www.RockSpringUCC.org
